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Best Peanut Butter Frosting Recipe Smooth Whipped Peanut Butter Frosting in One Bowl

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This Best Peanut Butter Frosting Recipe is the ultimate creamy, fluffy whipped topping made in just one bowl. It combines the richness of peanut butter, the tang of cream cheese, and the airy texture of whipped topping to create a frosting that’s stable, spreadable, and ideal for cupcakes, cakes, brownies, and more. It’s sweet, salty, and velvety smooth with a professional finish that’s easy to achieve at home. Perfect for any peanut butter lover looking for an easy, reliable frosting that never fails.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate graham crackers
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

For the filling:

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

For the topping:

  • 1 ½ cups whipped topping
  • ¼ cup peanut butter, melted (optional for drizzle)
  • 2 tbsp crushed peanuts or mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Combine crushed chocolate graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch square baking dish to form a firm crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Let it cool completely.

In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and creamy.

Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy. Spread evenly over the cooled crust.

Top with remaining whipped topping. Drizzle melted peanut butter over the top and sprinkle with crushed peanuts or chocolate chips, if using.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving for best texture.

 

Notes

  • Do Not Use Natural Peanut Butter: Stick with processed brands to maintain structure and texture.

  • Soften Cream Cheese First: Cold cream cheese leads to lumps in your frosting.

  • Sift Powdered Sugar: Ensures a smoother blend and cleaner taste.

  • Chill Before Piping: Helps the frosting firm up and hold its shape on warmer days.

  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Can be made up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated

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